On January 24, 2026, the Columbus Blue Jackets ended the Tampa Bay Lightning's 15-game winning streak with an 8-5 victory. The game was a thrilling display of offensive prowess, with both teams combining for 13 goals. The Blue Jackets' Charlie Coyle and Adam Fantilli led the charge, with Coyle scoring his 200th career goal and Fantilli finding the back of the net for the first time in 17 games. The Lightning's Jake Guentzel and Nikita Kucherov also had strong performances, with Guentzel scoring twice and Kucherov contributing a goal and three assists. However, the game was not without its drama. Erik Cernak and Charle-Edouard D’Astous both had to leave the game due to injuries, and the Lightning's Jonas Johansson struggled with 23 saves, while Jet Greaves made 24 saves for the Blue Jackets. The game's turning point came in the second period, where the Blue Jackets took a 5-4 lead, with Marchment scoring his second goal just 6 seconds after leaving the penalty box. The Lightning's point streak against the Blue Jackets ended at 17 games, and the Blue Jackets' four-goal first period was their highest total in an opening frame since March 15, 2003. The Blue Jackets will host the Los Angeles Kings on Monday, while the Lightning will face the Utah Jazz. The game was a testament to the Blue Jackets' resilience and the Lightning's ability to overcome adversity, making it a memorable night for both teams and their fans.
